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AMAG Technology Presents Top Integrators with Eagle Awards

2013 Symmetry Authorized Resellers Eagle Awards recognize outstanding sales efforts, dedication to AMAG’s Symmetry access control solution and exceptional customer service.

HID Global Security Survey and Infographic Reveal Best Practices for Physical Access Control

Significant majority of survey respondents acknowledge importance of top technology and policy best practices, yet far fewer say they are implementing them well – or at all.

Pennsylvania Student Goes on Stabbing Spree at High School

Pennsylvania Student Goes on Stabbing Spree at High School

Student Alex Hribal charged with stabbing 20 students and a security officer; what's your opinion on violent children in schools?



Tri-Ed and ECKey Helps Transform Smartphones into Access Control Credentials

The administrative burden of cards is eliminated while security compliance is improved.

Tri-Ed Announces Distribution Agreement with Nest

Tri-Ed will now carry Nest professional products in all of its branches across the U.S.

ELK Products Announces New Two-Way Wireless Smoke Detector

ELK Products Announces New Two-Way Wireless Smoke Detector

Has ability to activate sounders in all enrolled smokes during an alarm.

Middle Atlantic Expands SNE Options For Added Versatility

A purpose-built series designed to meet the specific requirements of IP, analog and hybrid security systems.

Retail Checklist: 8 Tips for Secure Payments Processing

Retail Checklist: 8 Tips for Secure Payments Processing

When selecting a payment processor be sure to select one that has these characteristics to maintain secure data integrity.

Another Successful ISC West Is In The Books

This year’s version of ISC West is in the books. By all accounts, it was a huge success.

3 Trends All Security Integrators Must Know

Within the security industry, there seems to be a huge focus on trends, from specific verticals to educational programs for integrators to the market in general.

ICE Cable Systems Receives HDBaseT Certification on Cat 5e and Cat6 Products

Certification propels brand towards leadership position in the CEDIA channel and further cements its value proposition of high-performance, cost-effective structured wiring.

Garrett Metal Detectors and its Founders Celebrate Milestones

Garrett Metal Detectors and its Founders Celebrate Milestones

More than 250 employees gather to celebrate 50-year anniversary and founder's birthday.

SV3 from Building Intelligence Named Best New Product at SIA's 2014 New Product Showcase

SV3 from Building Intelligence Inc. took the top honor at the Security Industry Association's 2014 New Product Showcase (NPS), winning the coveted Best New Product Award at the NPS awards ceremony at ISC West last Wednesday.

Pacom Unison Launches In The American Market

Pacom Systems recently announced the launch of Pacom Unison into the American market.

More Than 26,000 Industry Professionals Attend ISC West 2014

ISC West 2014, produced by ISC Events and sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA), attracted record attendance this year with more than 26,000 industry professionals attending the three-day exposition, which was held at the Sands Expo Convention Center in Las Vegas April 2-4.

How Banks Can Prepare for Emergencies While Meeting Compliance

How Banks Can Prepare for Emergencies While Meeting Compliance

Actively engaging employees and implementing the proper tools to address emergency preparedness in a cost effective and efficient manner.

“eContract” Saves Time, Money For Monitronics Dealers

Monitronics is expanding “eContract” in 2014, increasing the scope of its exclusive electronic contract application that eliminates the traditional hard‐copy paperwork for a new customer contract.

Security Networks Dealers Transition To Monitronics

Monitronics has officially converted over 200 Security Networks dealer affiliates to the Monitronics Dealer Program – one of the final steps in integrating the two companies since the acquisition of Security Networks in August, 2013.

Featured

  • Data Driven, Proactive Response

    As cities face rising demands for smarter policing and faster emergency response, Real Time Crime Centers (RTCCs) are emerging as essential hubs for data-driven public safety. In this interview, two experts with deep field experience — Ross Bourgeois of New Orleans and Dean Cunningham of Axis Communications — draw on decades of operational, leadership and technology expertise to share how RTCCs are transforming public safety through innovation, interagency collaboration and a relentless focus on community impact. Read Now

  • Integration Imagination: The Future of Connected Operations

    Security teams that collaborate cross-functionally and apply imagination and creativity to envision and design their ideal integrated ecosystem will have the biggest upside to corporate security and operational benefits. Read Now

  • Smarter Access Starts with Flexibility

    Today’s workplaces are undergoing a rapid evolution, driven by hybrid work models, emerging smart technologies, and flexible work schedules. To keep pace with growing workplace demands, buildings are becoming more dynamic – capable of adapting to how people move, work, and interact in real-time. Read Now

  • Trends Keeping an Eye on Business Decisions

    Today, AI continues to transform the way data is used to make important business decisions. AI and the cloud together are redefining how video surveillance systems are being used to simulate human intelligence by combining data analysis, prediction, and process automation with minimal human intervention. Many organizations are upgrading their surveillance systems to reap the benefits of technologies like AI and cloud applications. Read Now

  • The Future is Happening Outside the Cloud

    For years, the cloud has captivated the physical security industry. And for good reason. Remote access, elastic scalability and simplified maintenance reshaped how we think about deploying and managing systems. But as the number of cameras grows and resolutions push from HD to 4K and beyond, the cloud’s limits are becoming unavoidable. Bandwidth bottlenecks. Latency lags. Rising storage costs. These are not abstract concerns. Read Now

New Products

  • QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC)

    QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC)

    The latest Qualcomm® Vision Intelligence Platform offers next-generation smart camera IoT solutions to improve safety and security across enterprises, cities and spaces. The Vision Intelligence Platform was expanded in March 2022 with the introduction of the QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC), which delivers superior artificial intelligence (AI) inferencing at the edge.

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings.

  • Compact IP Video Intercom

    Viking’s X-205 Series of intercoms provide HD IP video and two-way voice communication - all wrapped up in an attractive compact chassis.